5. SET UP PROCEDURE
5.1 REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATION
5. SET UP PROCEDURE
5.1 REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATION
This machine has the following requirements:
∙The host computer must have a serial port or centronics parallel port.
∙To communicate with host, either an
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(2)Centronics cable ....... 36 pins
∙To print a label format, create the complete program using the interface/communication manual.
■Interface Cables
To prevent radiation and reception of electrical noise, the interface cables must meet the following requirements:
∙Fully shielded and fitted with metal or metalized connector housings.
∙Kept as short as possible.
∙Should not be bundled tightly with power cords.
∙Should not be tied to power line conduits.
■RS-232C Cable description
The serial data cable used to connect the printer to the host computer should be one of the following two types:
NOTE: Use the
Connector to PC
PIN No. | Signal |
1N.C.
2RXD
3TXD
4DTR
5GND
6DSR
7RTS
8CTS
9N.C.
Housing Shield
Connector to PC
PIN No. | Signal |
1Shield
2TXD
3RXD
4RTS
5CTS
6DSR
7GND
20 DTR
Connector to Printer
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Connector to Printer
PIN No. | Signal |
1N.C.
2TXD
3 | RXD |
4 | DSR |
5 | GND |
6 | DTR |
7 | CTS |
8RTS
9N.C.
Fig.
5.2 SETTING UP THE PRINTER
∙Place the printer on a flat, stable surface.
∙Use a grounded electrical outlet do not use adapter plug.
∙Be sure there is adequate room around the printer for easy operation and maintenance.
∙Keep your work environment static free.
